Flaky & Itchy Dog Skin Bumps

Our 3 yr old male mini Schnauzer started getting bumps all over back about a year ago. First it was a few, now its all over his body. He scratches everywhere and licks his paws.

We have changed his diet a few times but nothing seems to work. He is now eating Holistic Blend lamb n rice.

He has never received any rounds of antibiotic and hasn't been vacinated since he was a puppy.

We bathe him once a week with Azmira organic shampoo and once a month we take him to get professionally groomed. In fact, getting a new groomer after we moved last year is the only thing that has changed.

Comments for Flaky & Itchy Dog Skin Bumps

From the photos, it appears that you dog has a superficial 'pyoderma', (pus in the hair follicles). There are a number of different causes and treatment will vary depending on the specific cause.

1. Schnauzer Bumps--a genetic condition that is usually 'managed' not cured.

2. Inhaled Allergies-can start off seasonal, then become a problem year round. This will usually start with inflamed skin that develops bumps, and involves licking the paws. See our page on 'Dog Allergies', Dog Skin Allergies and How to Deal with Them

4. Secondary conditions, from poor immune system, such as Demodex mange mite. See our page on mites, How to Treat Dog Mange

Basically, for ALL of the above conditions, keeping the skin CLEAN is very important. I suggest using the Azmira Organic shampoo TWO times per week. After 3 weeks, if there is no improvement, then try Virbac's Epi-Soothe shampoo. (Or you may need to alternate between the two).

Try Sulphur 12c, give one pellet by mouth two times daily for 3-4 weeks. If no response, then a more 'specific' remedy may be needed. This would be determined by a holistic veterinarian, depending on your dog's 'constitution'.

Raw fish can contain parasites such as flukes, nematodes, tapeworms, and bacteria. Many of these can cause severe illness in dogs, (and humans too.)

Take care, Dr. Carol Jean Tillman

DISCLAIMER: This educational advice is based on the depth of your question and the picture you submitted. The above should never replace the advice of your local veterinarian, as they have the ability to evaluate your dog in person.

Jul 10, 2013

Updateby: Gina Frias

Just to let you know that I changed his diet to Sojos and the problems fixed itself and hasn't returned. Thanks So much for your help!

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